05/06/2009

Category
Pay	4
Respect	2
Benefits	5
Job Security	5
Work/Life Balance	4
Career Growth	2
Location	4
Co-Workers	4
Work Environment	4

I've worked at tOSU twice now. The span of time between the two times was 15 years and I've noticed a big difference between the place when comparing my first and second stint. The first tour of duty was much better than the first. This second stint has not been pleasant for a variety of reasons.

The biggest thing I've noticed is that the respect for administrative staff has been very low. Maybe it's the college I work in this time around, but staffers aren't respected very much at all and there is a definite hierarchy in place that puts faculty on tall pedestals above reproach.

As a staffer, I'm seeing disturbing signs that staff are considered replaceable cogs by upper administration. I have specific details in my individual situation which have been demoralizing on several levels, but I've felt utterly abandoned by administration this time around and I'm hearing similar comments from fellow workers.

The newest trend is not to promote within. Several qualified candidates have been passed over for promotions as administration has looked outside, passing up on experienced internal candidates. While I like to see a balance in this area, the pendulum has swung way out of kilter towards looking externally. This very demoralizing to all staff as that severely limits career paths for those that work diligently in their jobs and show loyality.

I would be surprised of OSU started seeing large amounts of turnover when the economy recovers.

All of this saddens me as I graduated from the institution and had a great time in my first position here. It is truly disillusioning.

On the upside, job security is high and the benefits are good, but I want to work for more than job security and a pay check. I want to have a purpose and also have respect. I don't think it's too much to have both.

12/07/2008 - Columbus, OH

12/07/2008

Category
Pay	2
Respect	4
Benefits	5
Job Security	5
Work/Life Balance	4
Career Growth	2
Location	4
Co-Workers	4
Work Environment	4

Pay is the biggest negative, but you have to expect that in a state job. Career advancement opportunities seem limited. Job security is a plus. Benefits are pretty good, generous time off, health plans pretty reasonable, and the eventual pension is a huge plus. A lot depends on where you work and who you work for. My boss is very easy to work for and very flexible with hours. Others may not be so lucky.

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05/06/2009 - Columbus, OH

12/07/2008 - Columbus, OH